The first time TreVeyon Henderson touched the ball in an NFL game, he went nearly untouched by anyone else. The Patriots rookie running back erupted for a 100-yard kickoff return for a touchdown to open the game,

Commanders coach Dan Quinn took a cautious approach Friday, resting 30 players — including his projected starters and several veterans.

Mike Vrabel was among the many who were in attendance for Brady's ceremony, but he quickly had to depart as it was the start of a new era for the Patriots, with the first preseason game against the Commanders taking place.

Friday’s 48-18 win over the Commanders in the Patriots’ preseason opener won’t count in the regular-season standings, but it was an optimistic start for Vrabel in his first game as head coach. The Patriots scored immediately on a 100-yard kick return from explosive rookie running back TreVeyon Henderson,